Operator to launch TD-LTE Services
Bharti Airtel has selected Nokia Siemens Networks to build and operate its TD-LTE (time division duplex long-term evolution) network in Maharashtra. TD-LTE is a 4G mobile broadband technology that delivers instant internet access and can support video streaming and high-definition video conferencing. Bharti Airtel will deploy its TD-LTE network in the 2.3 GHz frequency band allocated by the Indian Government for broadband wireless access (BWA) technologies.
Sanjay Kapoor, CEO, Bharti Airtel (India & South Asia), said, "In the next five years, data will be the main thrust in India, riding on the waves of 3G or 4G technologies. As per industry estimates, mobile data traffic in the country will increase nearly 100-fold by 2015 and consumers will stream nearly 600 hours of video content - every second, thus paving the way for the ensuing data revolution! LTE provides ultra high-speed data access, in conjunction with 3G, this will lead the data revolution and drive fundamental changes in individual lifestyles, businesses and the society at large. We look forward to the advent of 4G technology which will be launched in India at the same time, as the rest of the world."
Being part of India's large-scale 4G commercial rollout, Nokia Siemens Networks will deliver the TD-LTE network and end-user data devices that can provide data speeds of up to 100 megabits per second (Mbps) as specified by 3GPP. The company will use its newly introduced and industry's first TD-LTE 6 pipes radio.
"From networks to devices, Nokia Siemens Networks offers a full range of LTE solutions. As Bharti Airtel's long-standing partner, we are glad to be chosen for the launch of 4G services. With our expertise and focus on mobile broadband, we hope to assist the operator in taking mobile broadband experience to a completely new level for its customers," said Ashish Chowdhary, Head of Customer Operations Asia and Middle East, Nokia Siemens Networks.
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